Ascletis Pharma has secured FDA clearance to launch a global Phase III clinical program for ASC30, an oral small-molecule GLP-1 receptor agonist intended for chronic weight management. The study will enroll 4,600 participants across the U.S., Europe, and Canada, marking a significant step in the company’s bid to challenge injectable weight-loss therapies.
American Bitcoin Corp. navigated a volatile second quarter by leaning into infrastructure growth, reaching a record-breaking 932 Bitcoin mined between April and June. The company successfully expanded its strategic reserve to over 8,000 units, signaling a push to solidify its position as a primary domestic mining powerhouse.
DarioHealth Corp. plans to disclose its financial performance for the second quarter ending June 30, 2026, on Tuesday, August 11. The New York-based firm, which specializes in AI-powered chronic condition management, will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results with investors.
With over two decades of leadership experience across diverse sectors, Rhonda Davenport has been named the new Chief Human Resources Officer at AZZ Inc. Effective August 3, the appointment positions the veteran executive to oversee talent strategy and organizational culture for the North American metal coating provider.
Forty percent of employees consider quitting after a negative leave experience, often triggered by paycheck errors during time off. Denver-based AbsenceSoft is now attempting to solve this disconnect by launching Payroll Calculations, a platform module designed to bridge the gap between leave administration and payroll processing systems.
The global market for specialty oilfield chemicals is set to expand from $17.38 billion in 2026 to $20.46 billion by 2031, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets. This growth, forecasted at a compound annual rate of 3.3%, is largely driven by the increasing complexity of extraction techniques and a rising global demand for energy.
Atlanta-based energy giant Southern Company has initiated a private offering of convertible senior notes totaling $2.15 billion, split between 2027 and 2029 maturities. The capital raise targets institutional buyers, with proceeds slated to restructure existing debt obligations and fund general corporate activities across the company’s regional utility network.
Against the backdrop of the Games of the Future 2026, a ton-class eVTOL aircraft from AutoFlight successfully completed a demonstration flight in Astana. The exhibition marks a high-profile push to integrate electric vertical takeoff and landing technology into the transportation fabric of Kazakhstan, moving from prototype tests to public visibility.
Driven by persistent radiologist shortages and a surge in diagnostic imaging volume, the global teleradiology market is set for rapid expansion. Analysts project the sector will grow from $10.5 billion in 2025 to $66.7 billion by 2036, maintaining a robust annual growth rate of 18.3 percent throughout the decade.
During the Games of the Future 2026 in Astana, AutoFlight launched a series of demonstration flights for its ton-class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The showcase, staged amidst the international phygital tournament, highlights the company's push to integrate sustainable aerial transit into the regional transportation framework of Kazakhstan.
Mobile security teams can now adjust anti-fraud and bot-defense policies in live applications without triggering a full rebuild or app-store resubmission. Redwood City-based Appdome introduced Remote Management on August 3, 2026, allowing organizations to respond to active cyber threats in real-time while maintaining strict governance and audit trails.
Consumer365 has named EZContacts a top destination for polarized sunglasses, citing the retailer’s expansive inventory and commitment to accessible eye protection. The recognition underscores a broader retail shift as shoppers increasingly prioritize specialized lens technology to combat glare during driving and outdoor recreation.
With 99 percent of eligible members casting ballots, 1,300 pilots at Allegiant Air have overwhelmingly approved a new two-year collective bargaining agreement. The deal, ratified by an 80 percent margin, delivers an immediate 40 percent hourly wage increase and triggers $300 million in accrued retention bonuses for the flight crews.
Tens of thousands gathered at the KINTEX Outdoor Global Stage in Goyang as Waterbomb Seoul 2026 concluded its three-day run. The event, which blended high-energy K-pop performances with signature water-based audience participation, served as a proving ground for the festival's new operational partnership with CSTS Enterprises and PremierX.
Houston-based Flotek Industries has landed a decade-long contract to supply infrastructure and data technology for a 400 MW natural gas power project in Puerto Rico. The agreement, aimed at stabilizing the island's energy grid, represents a significant expansion for the company beyond its traditional oil and gas operations.
GSI Group Holdings has acquired Aven Tools, a manufacturer of precision instruments and microscopy solutions, aiming to bolster its footprint in the medical device and industrial electronics sectors. The move integrates Aven’s specialized product line into GSI’s global network, which currently supports research and laboratory facilities across more than 100 countries.
A surge in institutional activity pushed 24X Bermuda Limited to a new daily record of $14.7 billion in FX non-deliverable forward trades on July 31. This milestone eclipses the previous high of $12.2 billion set just three months earlier, signaling rapid growth in the platform's liquidity and global bank participation.
The U.S. housing market is cooling this summer, marked by a rise in price adjustments and a ninth consecutive month of annual list-price declines. Despite the softening, the sector is avoiding a collapse, with pending home sales recording their eighth straight month of growth as buyers remain active but increasingly selective.
When scammers cloned the voice and likeness of lipedema surgeon Dr. David Amron to hawk fake medical creams, it signaled a new, dangerous frontier in fraud. On July 29, 2026, Amron brought his firsthand experience to the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, urging lawmakers to confront AI-enabled medical impersonation.
National Energy Services Reunited Corp. will report its financial performance for the second quarter of 2026 on August 10. The Houston-based energy services firm, which operates extensively across the Middle East and North Africa, plans to host an investor conference call shortly after the morning release.
Loews Corporation reported net income of $444 million for the second quarter of 2026, marking a significant rise from the $391 million recorded during the same period last year. Earnings per share reached $2.16, bolstered by strong performances across the company’s hospitality and energy infrastructure divisions.
FMG Suite is aggressively scaling its leadership team, tapping senior talent from firms including Goldman Sachs, Salesforce, and EY-Parthenon. The move signals a strategic shift for the marketing platform as it pivots toward enterprise-level wealth management, embedding AI-driven capabilities into its core compliant growth infrastructure.
Mikael Dolsten, the longtime Chief Scientific Officer who steered Pfizer’s R&D pipeline through 36 successful drug and vaccine approvals, has joined the board of Varda Space Industries. His appointment signals a strategic shift for the El Segundo startup as it transitions from orbital testing to commercial pharmaceutical production.
Atlanta-based IT services provider BlueAlly has acquired Miami-based GigaNetworks, a firm specializing in enterprise network security and infrastructure. The move aims to merge BlueAlly’s national operational scale with GigaNetworks’ deep technical expertise, creating a unified platform focused on streamlining complex security deployments for corporate clients across the United States.
Chicago-based insurer CNA Financial Corporation posted a second-quarter net income of $321 million, or $1.18 per share, marking an increase over the $299 million recorded during the same period last year, even as core income saw a slight dip to $324 million amid ongoing underwriting challenges.
Testing mobile applications against generic device banks often fails to capture real-world user conditions. Appdome is attempting to solve this with Appdome Test, a new capability that integrates validation directly into the mobile protection pipeline, matching test devices and operating systems to a brand's actual install base.
Target is entering the culinary publishing space with the release of "Good & Gather: Discover Delicious Every Day," a collection of 100 recipes designed for busy households. The cookbook aims to cement the retailer's position as a food destination by utilizing ingredients exclusively sourced from its own aisles.
Shanghai-based pharmaceutical giant WuXi AppTec reported a 38.9% revenue surge to RMB 28.90 billion for the first half of 2026, prompting the company to raise its full-year financial guidance as its integrated CRDMO platform continues to benefit from the commercial success of its customers' drug products.
Hyperscale Data has secured approximately $30 million in financing through the Morpho Protocol, leveraging its Bitcoin treasury as collateral to fund the expansion of its Michigan AI data center. The move marks a strategic shift toward using decentralized finance to access capital while retaining long-term digital asset exposure.
AusperBio Therapeutics has dosed the first patient in a clinical study for AHB-171, an investigational siRNA therapeutic designed to treat chronic hepatitis B. This milestone marks the first clinical application of the company's proprietary Au-HALO liver-targeting platform, expanding its pipeline beyond its existing lead program, AHB-137.
